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Fightweets: Chris Weidman on Belfort-Rockhold; Chael Sonnen's antics, and more

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on May 10, 2013 12:00 PM EDT

The hot fight between Vitor Belfort and Luke Rockhold has caught others' attention, including fellow middleweight contender Chris Weidman.

Fightweets: The curious case of Cheick Kongo

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on May 3, 2013 10:00 AM EDT

Cheick Kongo was given more chances to reach the upper echelon than nearly any other fighter in UFC history.

UFC on Fox 7 fight card: Daniel Cormier vs Frank Mir preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 17, 2013 7:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at Saturday night's UFC on Fox 7 main card bout between heavyweights Daniel Cormier and Frank Mir. What's the key to victory for both men? Find out inside.

History in the Making: Daniel Cormier enters the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix by stepping on 'Bigfoot' Silva

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 14, 2013 10:00 PM EDT

Daniel Cormier was one of the top up-and-coming heavyweights under the Strikeforce banner, but not yet ranked among the best the promotion had to offer. That would all change the night he faced off against Brazilian "Bigfoot," Antonio Silva.

UFC on Fox 7: Daniel Cormier says Frank Mir will quit if their fight ends in a finish

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 1, 2013 4:17 PM EDT

Daniel Cormier is fired up following recent comments from former UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir. Find out why he doesn't want to finish, but instead wants to make his upcoming UFC on Fox 7 opponent quit inside.

Morning Report: Vitor Belfort defends his TRT use; Condit says Georges St-Pierre beats Johny Hendricks

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Apr 1, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

Alexander Gustafsson's facial laceration may sink UFC on FUEL 9, plus Vitor Belfort defends his TRT use and Carlos Condit calls the winner of St-Pierre vs. Hendricks.

Bloody Elbow News Roundup: Bisping disses Belfort, Barry talks pre-fight sex

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Mar 30, 2013 7:28 PM EDT

Bloody Elbow News Roundup has been resurrected for one night to bring you the best in MMA news, quotes, and videos that slipped through the cracks over the last few days.

Road FC To Open Purpose Built MMA Arena and Training Camp in Korea

by James Goyder from MMAmania.com on Feb 13, 2013 9:30 PM EST

ROAD FC Coliseum, which will ready for use in March 2013, will mark the first time in combat sports history that an arena and gym have been purposely built for an MMA promotion.

UFC on FOX 7: Why the 'Frank Mir curse' may spell doom for Daniel Cormier's Octagon career

by Patrick L. Stumberg from MMAmania.com on Jan 16, 2013 6:00 PM EST

MMAmania.com resident voodoo priest Patrick Stumberg explains how a win for Daniel Cormier at UFC on FOX 7 could be the worst thing to ever happen in his mixed martial arts (MMA) career, thanks to the 'Frank Mir curse.'

Strikeforce fight card: Daniel Cormier vs Dion Staring preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jan 10, 2013 7:02 PM EST

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger previews Saturday night's Strikeforce finale fight between Daniel Cormier and Dion Staring in the heavyweight division. What's the key to victory for both men? Find out inside.

How's Taste My Tweet Tweet? MMA on Twitter - Alvarez vs. Bellator, Plus Young Chael Sonnen, Anderson Silva and Jeff Monson

by Anton Tabuena from Bloody Elbow on Jan 9, 2013 9:00 AM EST

The week's most interesting bits from the MMA and UFC twitter world. This edition features Eddie Alvarez vs. Bellator, plus photos of Chael Sonnen, Anderson Silva, and Jeff Monson during their younger days.

Morning Report: Bellator playing a dangerous public game by suing Eddie Alvarez

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Jan 8, 2013 8:00 AM EST

Remember the drama with Tyson Nam, Jonathan Brookins and Roger Hollett? Of course you do. And fighters do too. It's why Bellator is playing a dangerous game by suing its former darling Eddie Alvarez.

MMA's biggest news stories of 2012

by Dave Meltzer from MMA Fighting on Dec 24, 2012 6:15 PM EST

While the UFC's move to FOX and all of its ramifications was the biggest change in MMA in 2012, we take a look at the year's biggest stories.

Alexander Emelianenko announces retirement

by Mike Chiappetta from MMA Fighting on Dec 19, 2012 11:36 AM EST

After a career that spanned almost a decade, Fedor's younger brother is calling it quits.

UFC Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 16 Finale complete fighter breakdown, Roy 'Big Country' Nelson edition

by Andrew Richardson from MMAmania.com on Dec 13, 2012 8:00 PM EST

MMAmania.com resident fight analyst Andrew Richardson breaks down the mixed martial arts (MMA) game of TUF 16 Finale headliner, Roy Nelson, who will fight Matt Mitrione this Saturday. We dig deep into the strengths, weaknesses of "Big Country."

History in the making: Roy Nelson wins The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 10 by knocking out Brendan Schaub

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Dec 13, 2012 12:00 AM EST

You already knew Roy Nelson could fight, having captured the International Fight League (IFL) Heavyweight Championship. But was he UFC caliber? Former Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 10 finalist Brendan Schaub was about to find out ... the hard way.

Jeff Monson vs. Kang Dong Gook headlines Road FC 10 on Nov. 24 in Busan

by James Goyder from MMAmania.com on Nov 23, 2012 11:00 AM EST

Road FC is kicking off its Nov. 24 show from Busan featuring former UFC heavyweight Jeff Monson taking on Kang Dong Gook. All the details inside.

Next stop Hollywood: World Series of Fighting heavyweight Andrei Arlovski interview exclusive with MMAmania.com

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Nov 12, 2012 9:04 PM EST

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger speaks with former UFC Heavyweight Champion Andrei Arlovski about his upcoming Universal Soldier movie, a potential fight against Anthony Johnson and when he expects to compete again in this exclusive interview.

Daniel Cormier: 'I've fought higher caliber opponents at this stage in my career than Jon Jones did'

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Nov 8, 2012 11:54 AM EST

Strikeforce Grand Prix Heavyweight Tournament Champion Daniel Cormier says the first 10 fights of his career have been against opponents tougher than anyone Jon Jones had faced when he was at 9-1. See how their respective records stack up right here.

Daniel Cormier: 'I have fought higher caliber opponents at this stage than Jon did'

by Brent Brookhouse from Bloody Elbow on Nov 8, 2012 10:02 AM EST

Daniel Cormier says he has fought a tougher schedule over his first ten fights than Jon Jones as the war of words between the two continues.

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